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Thursday, November 11, 2010

I love, love the dichotomy of fabric normally associated with baggy menswear being manipulated into something with ruffles and structure.

I already had this fabric, but hadn't planned on making a piece so intricate when I bought it, so I didn't really have enough fabric to completely match up the plaid, which will annoy you if you're a stickler about that sort of thing. It bothers me, but not enough that I won't wear this little number out.

Piece by piece, it comes together. It was at this point, my husband saw all this on the table and said, "I just don't get where you're going with this." Aahh, so little faith...

Aren't these horses just so crazy beautiful?

I'm the girl who's skittish around goldfish, so for me to get out in this field with nothing between myself and these huge animals was really sort of amazing. And just look at the mud on my Seychelles (or is that something else...ahem.)

I actually put in flutter sleeves and bias sleeves before settling on good ol' set-in sleeves. There was already so much going on--the length, the print, the ruffles, that I really liked how these imitated the simple silhouette of the dress.

Hmm...I think I might have made a life-long friend.

I know, I know, a tea-length dress! But if you saw anything from the runways recently,

Nina Ricci

Marc Jacobs

Peter Som

you know that tea-length is going to be trickling down the chain for a while. And if I'm gonna put this much effort into something, I want it to be relevant for at least a couple years!

So, that's it! I'll be posting another Reader's Choice poll soon with items for you to vote on based on suggestions I've received through e-mail. Don't forget to put your name in for the free dress through the page above and most importantly...

Aww those look like some sweet old buddies you have there! *LOVE* And that dress is amazing amazing amazing! I love it, it's a billion times better than the Anthro version. You are just so talented and gorgeous to boot!

I agree with Mandy and Courtnee -- your version is a major improvement over Anthro's. The ruffles drape better and the wonky fit issues are completely eliminated. The shoelace corsage is precious and quirky at the same time. And what majestic equine photo partners you have!

Oh my! when i first saw these pics, i thought "huh - is this the new colourway of the Ruffle Plaid dress??". but then i realised it was your creation! Well done again Kristina! Another fantastic construction, that showcases your talent. You are SO good my lovely!

Kristina, You should teach these crazy good skill you have to others, so a person like me can benefit from your awesome skill!!!! Aw.. the dress is so beaufitul, I don't even care much of the original Anthro version! and tea-length is totally hot!

Holy molly, Kristina, you are a knock out! I'd never believe you had those kiddies. Just look at your great shape. And yeah, I am ashamed at my lack of sewing skills. Mostly, I get so frustrated that my stitching is uneven. But, practice, practice, practice. I hope someday I could be half as good of a sewer as you.

I am really sad I never picked up on my mom's sewing skills. You seriously make me want to run out and join a sewing class! Fantastic work on the dress, it looks perfect! Also, I know nothing about horses but they sure are beautiful! Lovely post :)

Okay, I thought Cat was just joking about going out and getting our own horses to accessorize with, like the models in last months Anthro catalog - but LOOK AT YOU! Squeal - I love the photo shoot, you look completely comfortable around those beautiful horses!

I absolutely love your new creation - the dress is beautiful and beautiful on you! Loving your straight hair updo too, and heck those ankle socks? Adorable! Just when I was feeling all good about myself for trying knee-highs....I've got to go bolder!!!! You are such a doll, Kristina J.!

You made this??!? Omg ~ I LOVE it! Honestly, I've been coveting that dress at Anthro and I think your version is so, so much cuter! Fantastic job - I'm CRAZY for plaid. I would buy this dress in a heartbeat!! ~ Susan